4.3 – 1,129 reviews • Tex-Mex restaurant
Welcome to Taco Casa, where flavor meets tradition in the heart of Tuscaloosa, Alabama! Proudly locally owned and operated since 1974, we’re gearing up for our golden 50th-anniversary celebration this year. Dive into decades of deliciousness with our authentic Mexican cuisine, a cherished secret recipe for the best tacos and sweet tea in town, and service that feels like a warm, familiar hug. Our commitment to quality has created a family of loyal customers who appreciate the perfect blend of spice, sizzle, and Southern hospitality. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a first-time visitor, join us in savoring the rich history of Taco Casa – where every customer becomes part of our vibrant legacy. Under the Biggest Cactus in Town.
Local counter-serve chain offering a menu of classic Mexican dishes in low-key surroundings.
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Hours
| Thursday | 10:30 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 10:30 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM–10 PM |
| Monday | 10:30 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:30 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:30 AM–10 PM |
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Terrell Nixon
This was close to the worst taco place I have been to, and I have traveled all over.
Could tell employees did not want to be there. I should have left but wanted to try something different.
Ordered Sancho (beef) and Enchilada (chicken) combo.
Had some rice, beans, and some chips on top.
I do camps with kids and know Sams stuff when I taste it. I do not expect Sams #10 can food when I come to a restaurant.
Ask for light ice, and she topped off my cup with ice.
Was starving but just could not finish. Just threw the rest in the dumpster.
This is probably one of the worst reviews I have ever written, but I just see no excuse to serve this kind of food.
… moreMullit offroading
I travel from Kentucky just to eat here. As I’m not a Alabama native and this place is the holy grail of cheap but amazing tex-mex cuisine! In my opinion this place deserves to be listed as a unesco world heritage site. It’s that amazing. Jokes aside. It’s worth the stop everytime. You won’t be disappointed!
… moreAlejandro Sanchez
Food was great. I’m glad I didn’t listen to the reviews. I normally do not care for crunch tacos however this place has very good crunchy shells. I also had a sancho and it was amazing.
… moreJohn Hill
Nostalgia filled the air for me as I was instantly transported back to Taco Tico on Colonial Drive in Orlando, 1970s. My son savored a tasty taco burger (a favorite of mine as a boy) while my daughters dined on classic tacos. My wife and I enjoyed flavor-filled shredded chicken on salads. Great food at very reasonable prices! A new family favorite in Tuscaloosa!
… moreMaggie87*
No better fast food taco in this town! There’s a whole reason people stop here 1st when they come back home to visit. Its the best! Dont forget your sweet tea!
… moreLauren K
I always love the food here but the staff could be more friendly
… moreMike Robbins (Adventures With Mike)
Legend has it that Taco Casa has been feeding Tuscaloosa people since 1974, a staple in the college community here.
If you know me, you know I love exploring new places to eat, especially if it’s tacos or BBQ. So off I went 3 hours to dine in and this place was packed like a Chic-fil-A!!
Keeping things simple, I chose the Combo #1 beef which included a hard shell taco, beef enchilada covered in queso, refried beans, rice and chips. Their sweet tea is a highly recommended drink and it didn’t disappoint. The combo, however, left a bit to be desired IMO.
3.8/5⭐️ Nothing I‘d drive 3 hours again for but if you’re ever in Tuscaloosa, AL it’s worth a stop.
… moreZoë Baldwin
Not the most professional nor knowledgeable staff – they’ve often answered incorrectly on how much meat actually comes with something and they have no idea how many calories are in ANY of the items by their own admission. They also just ignore you until your ticket number is called. Feels like a mcdonalds.
That said the food is very tasty, served quickly, and not too expensive. I love the burritos.
… moreLisa Gaines
I am very disappointed in my food I came on 2/13/25 at 9 something when I ordered my food the lady told us they wasn’t serving no drinks she was rude and was rushing me to order kept asking was that it was that it before I could finish my order my food was cold and threw together the tortillas was cold and stale round the rim like it was just sitting out and when we got to the window she asked us if we wanted some tea that she had took the kids off in front of us wast some out put the lid back on and offered it to us and slammed the window shut while we was asking u wasn’t they serving drinks unprofessional
… moreInvictus RT
You let it go 2 times, but the 3rd time getting home with wrong order, not acceptable. Order and pay for chicken chimalupa, only to get home and have beef. I guess if you go here, unwrap all your food and make sure you get what you ordered. Food quality and preparation at this location is in the dump. Has been, but I thought I’d try again. I’ve gotten completely soggy hardshell tacos (no excuse, I live 5 minutes away), stale sopapias, chimalupa’s that look like they sat out all day, and wrong order multiple times. Of course drive thru, so you find out when you get home. My advice, skip this location. Make the drive to 69 south or Northport. It actually taste somewhat fresh at those locations. You know, like the radio commercial promises. Or skip taco casa all together.
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